Asssistant Professor APCE Contract Renewable

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 08/13/2026.

Position Summary:The Department of Applied Psychology & Counselor Education in the College of Education & Behavioral Sciences at the University of Northern Colorado is seeking an Assistant Professor of Counselor Education CR with expertise in Clinical Mental Health position is full time contract renewable position in the Department of Applied Psychology and Counselor Education located on our main campus in Greeley Colorado.

Job Duties:Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses in our CACREP accredited masters degree programs (Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Couples Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy; and School Counseling programs). The successful candidate will serve in a nine-month contract. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: teaching (80%) and service (20%). Individuals should demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with others and possess a commitment to diversity and social justice. Individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate may also supervise practicum students in our on-site training clinic or in external placements. Teaching opportunities will also be available in our masters programs located in Denver and Loveland.


Minimum Qualifications: Earned PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from a CACREP Accredited Program. Licensed or License-Eligible Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Colorado.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health dental vision life and long-term disability insurance as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley Colorado. UNCs commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for socialmobilityUNC isproud tobeaHispanicServing Institutionandto serve more than44% ofourundergraduateswhoarethefirst in theirfamily to attend is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals educators and in life. Please visit UNCs Career Hubto learn more about UNCs strategic plan school programs and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
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ADA Accommodations
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Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check educational check and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature approval by the Board of Trustees and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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